Melancholy Monday

This past week was an especially difficult one; from leaving Jamaica to watching some of my closest friends depart for college.

A goodbye dinner at the diner (an impromptu photo shoot) for the cutest Towson Tiger I know!

Kisses from the only two beauties staying home with me :)

*Vintage Chain Necklace, Forever 21 3/4 Sleeve High-Low Dress, All-White Chucks, Wrecked Acid-Wash Denim Vest from South of SoHo Boutique*

A "Last Hurrah" Potluck that turned into a Clueless viewing party for my departing friends!

Helping the most beeeautiful Ramapo Class of 2017 student pack up her things . . . after taking a few fabulous shots

Annd, if you noticed in the last two pictures . . . I'M BLONDE!

Ultimately, this week was one of change; from realizing my best buddies won't be living in the same zip code to going from jet black to a caramelized blonde. I couldn't be more proud of my college-bound friends, who've each played such a major part in making my Sophomore year my favorite, drying my (dramatic teenager) tears, and putting pains in my stomach after bellowing laugh sessions and a constant smile on my face. I love you all; we've made it through a beautiful year together, and although we won't physically be together for the upcoming school year, the spirit of our late-night hangouts and hallway talks will always be present. I can't wait to see what college makes of each of you and what you will make of yourselves now that high school is a thing of the past!